LIBRARY SCHEDULES | April

YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY.
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
"Got Books?" Celebrate National Library Week by making bookplates for your books-stories and more for school-age children at East, April 11; North, April 12; and South, April 14. All at 4 p.m.
"Washington's Teeth." And other Revolutionary stuff that we revere-stories, craft and games for school-age children at Austintown, April 18; and Lake Milton, April 25. Both 4:30 p.m.
"Stamp-It, Save-It, Send-It." Rubber stamp techniques and more for the family at Boardman, April19, at 7 p.m. Preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult.
"Which Way is Home?" Stories and craft about animals and their homes for children ages 3-6 at Brownlee Woods, April 15; and Struthers, April 14. Both at 10 a.m.
"Be a Good Sport." Sport stories, games and a take-home craft for school-age children at Brownlee Woods, April 19; Campbell, April 20; and Struthers, April 21. All at 4 p.m.
"Monkeying Around." Stories, craft and games for children ages 5-10 at Canfield, 10 a.m. April 16; Greenford, 2 p.m. April 16; and Sebring, 10 a.m. April 9.
"Are You Hungry?" Stories and craft about kids' favorite things-food for children of all ages at Main Library, 3 p.m. April 9.
"Spring is in the Air." Stories, craft and games for children in grades K-6 at West, 4 p.m. April 12; a treat will be served.
"Mystery Night at the Library." Can you guess who, or what? Try out your detective skill. Stories, craft and games for children in grades K-6 at Main Library, 6:30 p.m. April 11.
"Fly It." Soaring stories and games for school-age children at Poland, 4 p.m. April 21.
"Family Story Time." Stories and more for the whole family at Austintown, 6:30 p.m. April 19. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
"Pajama Jam." Sleepy time fun for the whole family with stories and craft at Boardman*, April 5; and Poland, April 25. Both at 7 p.m. Come in your p.j.'s. *Milk and cookies will be served.
"Something Special." Stories and more fun for children ages 3-6 at Sebring, 10 a.m. April 21.
"Kids' Korner." Stories and a craft for children ages 2-6 at West, 10:30 a.m. April 6.
"Tales for Toddlers." Stories and fun for children ages 2-3 at Austintown, 10 & amp; 11 a.m. April 7; Boardman, 10 a.m. April 26; Canfield, 10 a.m. April 20; Main Library, 10 a.m. April 9; and Poland, 10 & amp; 11 a.m. April 14. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.
"Time for Babies and Books." Books, songs, rhymes and more at Boardman, 9:30 a.m. (for babies 6-12 mos.) and 10:30 a.m. (for babies 13-23 mos.) April 7; Austintown, 10:30 a.m. (for babies 6-23 months) April 14; Canfield, 10 a.m. April 18, at (for babies 6-23 mos.); and Poland, 10 & amp; 11 a.m. April 6 (for babies 6-23 months). Each baby in attendance must be accompanied by an adult.
"Come and Join the Fun." Stories and fun for children ages 3-6 at Austintown, 10 a.m. & amp; 1 p.m. Wednesdays; Boardman, 10 a.m. & amp; 1 p.m. Wednesdays; Canfield, 10 a.m. & amp; 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays; Main Library, April 19, at 10 a.m.; and Poland, 10 a.m. & amp; 1 p.m. Tuesdays.
TEENXTREME PROGRAMS
Grades 7-12, registration required unless otherwise stated:
"Dance, Dance Revolution." Compete with your friends for prizes at Main Library, 4 p.m. April 7.
"Ping Pong & amp; Popcorn." Play some ping-pong and snack on some popcorn at West, 4 p.m. April 13.
"Refrigeration Poetry Contest." Create the most original poem and win a magnetic poetry kit at Boardman, from April 1-30 during library hours.
"Teen Bingo." Come play our "teen" version of bingo. Prizes and snacks at Austintown, 6:30 p.m. April 12.
"Guitar Lessons." Learn the basics of plsying the guitar! One-on-one instruction means you can learn at your own speed. Space is limited, sign up today at Brownlee Woods, 6 p.m. April 20 & amp; 27; Campbell, 3 p.m. April 16 & amp; 23; and Struthers, 6 p.m. April 4 & amp; 11. An extra guitar will be available for the student to use.
"Classic Cartoons." Check out some classic movie cartoons at Canfield, April 7, at 3 p.m.; and Sebring, 3:30 p.m. April 6. Snacks will be provided.
"Second Annual Poetry Writing Contest." Have you written a great poem lately? Bring it to the Poland Library by April 13. All entries will be displayed until the end of April and voted on by teens in grades 7-12. Three winners will receive gift certificates at Poland, April 1-30, during library hours.
"April Foolery." It's the silly season for games, "dumb": magic tricks, etc. at East, April 7; North, April 5; and South, April 6. All at 4:30 p.m.
Adult Programs
"Tax Help for Seniors." The following libraries are sites for the AARP (Tax Counseling for the Elderly) service: Austintown, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Fridays, for appointments call (330) 792-7224; Boardman, walk-ins, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays; Canfield, 1-7 p.m. Wednesdays, call (330) 533-8420; and Struthers, 12:45-4:45 p.m. Wednesdays, call (330) 755-8546.
"Lunch & amp; Learn at the Library: Rethinking Youngstown's Past." Youngstown has been shaped by work, conflict, and the stories told by locals and outsiders. YSU's John Russo and Sherry Linkon, co-authors of "Steeltown USA: Work & amp; Memory in Youngstown," will share insights and stories about Youngstown's past and future at Main Library, noon-1 p.m. April 12. Bring a brown bag lunch, coffee is provided.
"Reuben's Readers Book Club." Come share the books you're read this past month at Poland, 10 a.m. April 8.
"St. Elizabeth's Health Care Center Blood Drive." Give the gift of life at Boardman, 3-7 p.m. April 18.
"Friends of the Library Meetings." Austintown, 10 a.m. April 18, Library Director, Carlton Sears; Boardman, 10 a.m. April 11, Jim Villani; Canfield, 6:30 p.m. April 25; Main Library, 5:30 p.m. April 11; North Jackson, 1 p.m. April 26; Poland, 9:30 a.m. April 5; and South, 4 p.m. April 26, revitalization meeting of the South Friends.
"Free Blood Pressure Screenings" by the Mahoning Chapter, American Red Cross, will be held at Austintown, 1-3 p.m. April 20; Boardman, 12:30-3 p.m. April 4; Canfield, 12:30-3:30 p.m. April 21; Poland, 1-4 p.m. April 26; and Struthers, 1-4 p.m. April 19.
"Free Blood Pressure/Health Screenings" by the Original Visiting Nurse Association of Mahoning County at East, 1-3 p.m. April 19; Main Library, 10 a.m.-12 noon April 28; North, 1-3 p.m. April 5; and South, 1-3 p.m. April 12.
"Grant Center: Grantseeking Basics Workshop." Introduction to the funding research process for nonprofit organizations seeking information about funding sources at Main Library, 9:30 a.m. April 4. Grant writing is not included. For reservations, call (330) 744-8636 and press "2" at the phone prompt for "Reference."
"Getting Started With FC Search." Introductory session for learning how to use FC Search, a database on CD-ROM at Main Library, 6:30 p.m. April 13. For reservations, call (330) 744-8636 and press "2" at the phone prompt for "Reference."
"Finding Foundation Support For Your Education." Learn how to find financial aid for your education and how to identify prospective funders at Boardman, Saturday, 9:30 a.m. April 9.
COMPUTER CLASSES
Call participating library to register.
"Computer Basics Mini-Series Part 1." Find out about library computers -- come learn the basics at Main Library, 6-7:30 p.m. April 11; Boardman, 9:30-11 a.m. or 2:30-4 p.m. April 13; and West, 10:30-11:30 a.m. April 7.
"Computer Basics Mini-Series Part 2." This class builds upon the skills learned in Computer Basics Part 1 at Main Library, 6-7:30 p.m. April 18; Boardman, 9:30-11 a.m. or 2:30-4 p.m. April 20; and West, 10:30-11:30 a.m. April 14.
"Computer Clinic -- Ask a Librarian." You choose the topic. Sign up for a 30-minute consultation session to obtain one-on-one assistance from a librarian at Austintown, 9-11 a.m. April 5 and 6-8 p.m. April 11; and by appointment at East, April 25; North, April 4; and South, April 21.
"Computers -- Beyond Basics." This hands-on session offers a review of the basics and introduces the student to working with files in the Windows environment at Main Library, 9:30-11 a.m. April 27. Must have taken a basic computer class or be proficient with the mouse.
"Internet Mini-Series Part 1." This class introduces the Internet and World Wide Web at Boardman, 11:30-1 p.m. April 13; and West, 10:30-11:30 a.m. April 21. Must have taken a basic computer class or be proficient with the mouse.
"Internet Mini-Series Part 2." Continues the exploration of the Internet via the library's web site at Boardman, 11:30-1 p.m. April 20; and West, 10:30-11:30 a.m. April 28.
"Word Processing Mini-Series Part 1." An introduction to Microsoft Word, the word processor available on all YPL public access computers at Main Library, 9-10:30 a.m. April 23. Must have taken a basic computer class or be proficient with the mouse.
"Word Processing Mini-Series Part 2." This class builds upon the skills learned in Word Processing I at Main Library, 9-10:30 a.m. April 30.
"Power Point Mini-Series Part 1." An introduction to Power Point, a program for creating presentations where participants will learn specialized terminology, templates and Auto Wizard at Main Library, 9-10:30 a.m. April 7. Must have taken a basic computer class or be proficient with the mouse.
"Power Point Mini-Series Part 2." A continuation of Part 1, participants will learn how to make changes; manipulate slides; view and print your presentation at Main Library, 9-10:30 a.m. April 14.
WARREN-TRUMBULL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
For more information, call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128. All programs are free and open to the public. Reservations are not required unless noted.
"One Book, Two Counties." April 1-30. Discover what happens when everyone reads the same book. Our 2005 reading choice: "The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio" by Terry Ryan. Visit www.wtcpl.lib.oh.us/onebook.htm for information on programs, book discussions and a special jingle contest.
"Blood Pressure Screenings." Main, 2-4 p.m. April 12 and 9:30-11:30 a.m. April 20.
"AARP Tax Assistance." Free tax assistance aimed at middle-to-low income community residents, with special attention to those 60 and older. Bring your 2003 tax return, photo ID, and Social Security cards for all those who will be listed on the return. Cortland, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. thru April 12, call (330) 638-6335 to register; Howland, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through April 14, first come, first served, electronic filing is available; Liberty, Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. thru April 15, first come, first served; Main, Fridays 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through April 15, first come, first served.
"Preschool Story Times" for ages 3-5 at Main, 1 p.m. April 5, 12, 19 and 26 and for ages 2-5 at Main, 7 p.m. April 7, 14, 21 and 28. For ages 3-5 at Brookfield, 1 p.m. April 5 and 12; Cortland, 10:30 a.m. April 6 and 13; Howland, 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. April 7 and 14; Liberty, 10:30 a.m. April 5 and 12; Lordstown, 6:30 p.m. April 4 and 11. Themes change weekly.
"Patio Pals" for ages 6-12 at Main, 4 p.m. April 6, 13, 20 and 27. Meet on the Children's Patio rain or shine for books, games, crafts and activities. Come dressed for the weather! Register by calling (330) 399-8807, ext. 401.
"Mother Goose Story Time" for ages 6-23 mos. at Main, 11 a.m. April 9. Register by calling (330) 399-8807, ext. 401.
"National Library Week Coloring Contest" for preschool to age 12, April 11-18. Stop by any library location for an entry form. Prizes will be awarded in several categories. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 401.
"Wind Workshop" featuring three projects perfect for a windy day. For ages 6-12 at Brookfield, 4:30 p.m. April 19, register by calling (330) 448-8134; at Cortland, 4:30 p.m. April 13, register by calling (330) 638-6335; at Howland, 4:30 p.m. April 14, register by calling (330) 856-2011; at Liberty, 4:30 p.m. April 12, register by calling (330) 759-2589; at Lordstown, 4:30 p.m. April 18, register by calling (330) 824-2094.
"Toddler/Parent Story Time" for ages 24-35 mos. at Main, 11 a.m. beginning April 13. Register by calling (330) 399-8807, ext. 401.
"I Spy Craft" for ages 6-12 at Main, 10:30 a.m. April 16. Make your own "I Spy" collage. Register by calling (330) 399-8807, ext. 401.
"Baby Stay and Play" for ages 6-23 mos. at Main, 9:30-11 a.m. April 29. Drop-in activity center for babies and caregivers. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 401.
"From Book to Screen" for ages 6-12 at Main, 3 p.m. April 30. We'll be showing a movie based on a book and giving away a special door prize! For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 401.
"Teen Advisory Board Meeting" for ages 13-17 at Main, noon April 2. Lunch will be served. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 400.
"Teen Book Discussion" for ages 13-17 at Main, 1 p.m. April 2. Teen librarian Karen Murphy will lead a discussion on "The Lovely Bones" by Alice Sebold. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 400.
"Henna Art" for ages 13-17 at Main, 1-3 p.m. April 16. Cleveland artist Kristina will discuss the history of henna and participants will receive a free henna tattoo. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 400.
"Dorothy Fuldheim" at Main, 2 p.m. April 2. Carol Starre-Kmiecik will portray the legendary journalist. A One Book, Two Counties program. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128.
"Origins of Rock and Roll" at Main, 6:30 p.m. April 7. Professor John Turk, YSU Dana School of Music, will share music from the fifties and discuss early rock and roll legends, including Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly and Elvis. A One Book, Two Counties program. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128.
"Train Display" at Howland, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April 9. Members of the Western Reserve Modular Railroad Club will display a complete model railroad layout. For information call (330) 856-2011.
"National Library Week." Celebrate your library with open houses at Brookfield, 2-4 p.m. April 14; Cortland, 4-6 p.m. April 14; Howland, 5-7 p.m. April 13; Liberty, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. April 12; Lordstown, 3-5 p.m. April 13; Main, 4-6 p.m. April 12. Refreshments, prizes and fun for the whole family!
"Book Discussion" at Main, 2 p.m. April 14. Librarian Helen Gilpin will lead a discussion on "The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio" by Terry Ryan. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 400.
"Fifties Drive-in Double Feature" at Main, 1-4:30 p.m. April 16. We'll be watching two movies involving aliens, eyeballs, giant insects and Forrest Tucker. A One Book, Two Counties program. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128.
"Pop Culture and the House the Fifties Built" at McKinley Memorial Auditorium, 7 p.m. April 20. Dr. Angela Nelson, Bowling Green State University, will be the keynote speaker for the One Book, Two Counties program, discussing trends and traits of the 1950s. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128.
"Book Discussion" at Cortland, 6:30 p.m. April 21. Librarian Steve Svecz will lead a discussion on "The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio" by Terry Ryan. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 119.
"Fashions of the Fifties" at Howland, 2 p.m. April 23. Noel Palomo-Lovinski from The Fashion School at KSU will discuss what was hip and cool in the 1950s. A One Book, Two Counties program. For information call (330) 399-8807, ext. 128.
"Book Discussion" at Liberty, 6:30 p.m. April 25. Librarian Claire Hoffman will lead a discussion on "The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio" by Terry Ryan. For information call (330) 759-2589.
GIRARD FREE LIBRARY
"Family Time." All ages, 6:30 p.m. Mondays.
"Toddler Time." For 2-year-olds accompanied by an adult, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays.
"Baby Time." 11 a.m. April 1, 15.
"Music Medley and Fun." Bill Davis and Bill Lewis perform a variety of folk instruments, 11 a.m. April 16.
"Birdhouse Making." Children ages 6-12 will learn how to make a birdhouse; bring your own hammer. 11 a.m. April 30.
"One Book, Two Counties." Ashtabula and Trumbull counties' libraries will read "The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio" by Terry Ryan. Gift basket to be given from drawing April 29.
"Book Discussion Group." Topic is "Icebound: A Doctor's Incredible Battle for Survival at the South Pole" by M. Vollers and Jerri Nielson. Dr. Nielson was from Mahoning County; 6:30 p.m. April 6. Call Colleen Keller at extension 22 to join the group.
"National Library Week." Customer appreciation giveaways and refreshments. Also, fine-free week. April 10-16.
"Pizza Taste-Off." Choose among best local pizzas. For ages 10-16. Register to attend; 5 p.m. April 12.
"The Da Vinci Code." Dr. Josph Kelly, professor of religious studies at John carroll University offers facts behind the fiction. Reservations required; 7 p.m. April 13.
"Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio." Discussion and refreshments, 6:30 p.m. April 27.